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Terrance ’T. Wrecks” McKinney | Childhood Trauma, Drug Abuse, Dying Twice, MAA, UFC & Sobriety
Terrance ’T. Wrecks” McKinney | Childhood Trauma, Drug Abuse, Dying Twice, MAA, UFC & Sobriety
Terrance ’T. Wrecks” McKinney | Childhood Trauma, Drug Abuse, Dying Twice, MAA, UFC & Sobriety
Monday 14th February 2022
Hear T. Wrecks McKinney's story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and finding success in MMA on 'Knockin' Doorz Down'.
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Get the buttons here!T. Wrecks McKinney: Rising from the Ashes of Trauma and Addiction
Don't be afraid to reach out man, cuz you never know who's going out going through the same thing to you.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a life filled with trauma and addiction into a story of triumph? Meet Terrance 'T. Wrecks' McKinney, a man who faced unimaginable lows but emerged stronger. Growing up, Terrance lived with his grandmother while his mother tried to get her life together, and his father was absent. His childhood was marked by hyperactivity and frequent fights, culminating in a traumatic 24-hour lock-up in a basement by his grandmother.
These early experiences led him down a dark path of heavy drinking and drug use as a teenager. One night, after a dangerous cocktail of mushrooms and other substances, he woke up in a hospital, revived by doctors. This was a turning point for Terrance; he knew he had to change his life.
In this episode of 'Knockin' Doorz Down', hosted by Jason LaChance, Terrance opens up about his journey from those dark days to finding discipline and purpose in mixed martial arts (MMA) and the UFC. He shares how group therapy and mental health treatments helped him reclaim his life. Now, he's not just a fighter in the ring but also an entrepreneur passionate about raising awareness for mental health and addiction.
His autobiography, 'Knocking Doors Down', captures this incredible journey, offering hope and inspiration to anyone struggling with similar issues. Tune in to hear T. Wrecks McKinney's powerful story of redemption and the importance of reaching out for help.